PHAR 858 - Nuclear Pharmacy APPE

This elective rotation is designed to give the student an understanding of the application of radiopharmaceuticals in diagnostic imaging and treatment of various diseases states. The student will gain knowledge of basic radiation safety, quality control, and product preparation of radiopharmaceuticals. The student will become familiar with the pharmacology, mechanism of action, contraindications, and drug interactions of each radiopharmaceutical. The student will experience procedural protocols of nuclear imaging in humans and possibly animals. Finally, the course will stress the appropriateness and cost effectiveness of each imaging modality in the health care system. Typically offered: Fall, Spring
Level: PR
Credit Hours: 6

Ferris Equivalencies: PHAR-628-201205

Department: PHAR